Parts

The motherboard is the main circuit board of the computer. It connects all the components together and lets them work as one system. It provides the connections for important parts and is fastned to the backside of your case. It always comes with a manual and this will be your best friend when installing any parts as it tells you where everything is supposed to be plugged in.

The CPU is often called the brain of the computer. It handles instructions and processes the information needed to run programs and applications. It works hand in hand with the RAM, which we will get into next.

The RAM acts as a copmuters short-term, high-speed workspace. It temporarily stores data for active applications so the operating system can access it quickly. Any thing you are currently working on is stored in RAM, such as your browser, email or anything else you might have open on your computer is all stored in your RAM and is removed when you close the application or the computer is turned off.

The GPU is responsible for rendering images, videos, and graphics on the screen. It takes data from the CPU and processes it to display what you see, especially in games and graphic-heavy applications. A more powerful GPU can improve performance and allow for higher quality visuals.

The PSU, or power supply, is what gives the computer power. This plugs into multiple parts and the motherboard itself and then plugs into a wall outlet and allows for you to turn the computer on. These come in different wattages so you will need to make sure you have the correct wattage to power your PC.

Computers can get very HOT, so you want to make sure you have proper airflow and multiple fans inside your computer. Some parts require extra cooling as well, like the CPU or the GPU, which have dedicated coolers to keep those specific parts at safe temperatures.